Telephone-pole beetles

Pronunciation
/tel-i-fone-pole BEH-tuhls/
Category
Pest management
Singular
Telephone-pole beetle
Plural
Telephone-pole beetles

Definition

A common name for several species of long-horned beetles (family Cerambycidae) that are often found inhabiting wooden telephone poles.

Etymology

The name refers to their habitat, which often includes wooden telephone poles.

Example

Telephone-pole beetles are known for their long antennae and ability to bore into wood.

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